Carlos Alberto

:This page is about the 1960s-70s footballer. For the 2000s player, see Carlos Alberto Gomes de Jesus.

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Carlos Alberto Torres (born July 17, 1944) was a Brazilian football (soccer) player. A defender, he captained Brazil to victory in the 1970 World Cup. On the club level, Carlos Alberto played for Fluminense, Santos, and the New York Cosmos. He was Pelé's teammate with the latter two clubs.

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July 17 - 1944 - Brazil - Football (soccer) - Brazil - 1970 World Cup - Fluminense - Santos - New York Cosmos - Pelé

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Carlos Alberto was named by Pelé as one of the top 125 greatest living footballers in March 2004. He was the coach of the Azerbaijan national team,until being replaced in June 2005.

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Top 125 greatest living footballers - 2004 - Azerbaijan national team

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